2006 Nissan Patrol vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Renault Laguna. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2005 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Renault Laguna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Patrol | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Patrol | Laguna |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
